What Particle Is Emitted When ²⁰Na Decays to ²⁰Ne? (The

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Multiple Choice

What particle is emitted when ²⁰Na decays to ²⁰Ne? (The atomic numbers of Na and Ne are,respectively,11 and 10. )

• A) beta (positron)
• B) gamma quantum
• C) alpha
• D) beta (electron)

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